You know the feeling... the interview isn't going well, but what can you do about it? Lots, so don't leave without trying to fix it! The job interview really is supposed to be a conversation, not an interrogation. I know it can feel intimidating. They've got the job and you want the job. But sometimes, [...]
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How you communicate in person and online reveals a lot about your professionalism, maturity, and overall tact and diplomacy. This week's summary addresses areas for communication improvement. What Interviewers Wish They Could Tell Every Job Candidate by Jeff Haden on LinkedIn Jeff Haden has written 9 really really great points. My hunch is, if you [...]
Do you know what others think about you? Do you really know? We often live inside our own heads so much, we forget to check in with the people who interact with us and know us. What important feedback are you missing by not asking? I shared this article last week and it got a [...]
Hiring is costly and risky! You would think by now we would all be a little smarter about how and who gets hired, but according to a CareerBuilder survey: Companies Own Up To Their Mistakes Companies reported these were the top reasons for making a bad hiring decision, according to CareerBuilder's survey: Needed to fill the [...]
Would you pay the sticker price on a new car? The assumption when buying a car is that you can usually get a better deal if you ask for it! The same is true when you are offered a job. The truth is that many job seekers have been conditioned to believe that a company [...]
Sunday's are the day I round up my favorite posts from the week and share them here. These are written by other sources and people. I encourage you to visit these sites and read more of their work! Oh, by the way, I do a lot of reading and share most of the information I [...]
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